# Hand Puppet Totes The Roopuppet Bag Lets You Make Shadow Figures While Shopping By Michael Hines | Published 2012-06-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roopuppet-bag References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/06/13/roopuppet-by-nendo/) & [nendo.jp](http://www.nendo.jp/) The Roopuppet bag is a series of [playful tote bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trollex) created by Japanese design house [Nendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragments-becoming). The bags were created for the Japanese brand Rootote, which is known for its single pocket tote bags. The Roopuppet bag differs from the traditional Rootote bag in a few ways. The biggest difference is in the color scheme used. Rootote bags are typically decorated by artists. Nendo's bags are intentionally all-black and all-white. Leaving the bag blank was intentional, as it allowed more focus to be put on the charming [hand pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-research-parasite-bag). Each pocket on the Roopuppet bag is designed to look like an animal. There are a total of four different pockets, which are meant to be a kangaroo, a bear a dinosaur and a plain pocket. The pockets are actually meant to be used as hand puppets, which instantly makes this tote a must-have on all camping trips and sleepovers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Animal-inspired Totes:** Designing tote bags with hand puppet animal pockets creates a fun and playful accessory. - **All-black and All-white Tote Bags:** Creating tote bags in a minimalist color scheme provides a unique take on a classic accessory. - **Functional Pockets on Tote Bags:** Incorporating hand puppet pockets onto tote bags can add an element of playfulness and functionality to a traditional accessory. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Accessories Industry:** Incorporating unique and functional designs, such as hand puppet pockets, onto traditional accessories can provide a competitive edge in the fashion industry. - **Children's Toy Industry:** Hand puppet totes can provide a new and innovative way for kids to interact with their toys and accessories. - **Camping and Outdoor Industry:** Animal-inspired tote bags with hand puppet pockets can provide a fun and practical accessory for camping and outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Figurine Compartment Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-crew-bag.md) - [Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-n-swop.md) - [Convertible Utility Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subu-x-hpotr.md) - [Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-bag.md) - [Dutch Oven-Themed Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-creuset-4.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Iconic Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-tote-bag.md) - [Robotic Baby Car Puppets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iruyo-intelligent-puppet.md) - [Functional Grocer Tote Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-totes.md) - [Cartoon-Adorned Parenting Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jujube.md)